Umivik Bay, Greenland

Umivik, Greenland

Umivik Bay, also known as Umiivik and Umerik, is a serene bay located in King Frederick VI Coast, southeastern Greenland. Contrary to the typical rugged fjords in East Greenland, Umivik Bay boasts a relatively gentle landscape where the Greenland ice sheet gracefully meets the shore. The bay served as a crucial launching point for historic exploration ventures, including Fridtjof Nansen's Greenland crossing in 1888. Visitors to Umivik Bay can marvel at the smooth undulating coastline and explore the nearby islands such as Upernattivik, Trefoldigheden, and Terne Island. The rich history of Umivik Bay includes Paleo-Eskimo archaeological sites and encounters with the Inuit population. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the unspoiled beauty of Greenland's remote coastal regions.

Location

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Region: Sermersooq

Country: Greenland

Coordinates: 64.233° N, 40.600° W